Key facts
- Qatar's Prime Minister met senior Iranian leaders in Tehran to discuss de-escalation and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran is preparing a list of conditions for restoring normal traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran's Foreign Minister stated that diplomacy with the U.S. is possible if Washington acknowledges that pressure tactics are ineffective.
- U.S. forces announced they have cleared sea mines from the strait.
Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, visited Tehran to discuss de-escalation of regional tensions and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The visit occurred amid escalating U.S.-Iran economic pressure and ongoing conflict. Al Thani stressed the importance of respecting freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway that previously carried 20% of the world's oil supply. Iran's Supreme National Security Council secretary, Mohsen Rezaei, stated that Iran is preparing a list of conditions for reopening the strait, following a request from mediators. Iran and Oman have reportedly agreed in principle on administering traffic and sharing revenues in the strait. Meanwhile, U.S. forces announced they have cleared sea mines from the strait, asserting that international shipping lanes are open. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that diplomacy with the U.S. is possible if Washington acknowledges that pressure tactics are ineffective, and that the U.S. should build trust, speak respectfully, acknowledge Iran's rights, and uphold commitments.